Senior Quantity Surveyor

TWG Consulting; Erith; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor for contract work in the Erith area. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in civil engineering or utilities projects, excellent commercial awareness, and the ability to work independently under a Ltd company arrangement. This role offers competitive rates and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects.

Benefits

Potential for contract extension

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Supportive project team

Qualifications

• Experience within civil engineering or utilities sectors.
• Ability to work under a Ltd company or CIS arrangement.
• Proven track record in managing contractual aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial activities across multiple projects.
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate valuations.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms.

Skills

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor

Understanding of NEC contracts

Excellent commercial awareness

Strong negotiation skills

Good IT skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

Standard QS software

MS Office

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Erith, Kent

Contract Type: Contract (Ltd Company or CIS)

Industry: Civil Engineering / Utilities

Rate: £(Apply online only) per day

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

About the Role

My client are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team on a contract basis to support ongoing civil engineering and utilities projects in the Erith area. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven track record of managing the commercial and contractual aspects of complex infrastructure works.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial activities across multiple civil and utilities projects.
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms and manage risk effectively.
• Provide cost control, forecasting, and reporting to senior management.
• Liaise closely with clients, subcontractors, and project teams to ensure financial efficiency.
• Support procurement and tendering processes as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering and / or utilities sectors (water, power, highways, drainage, or similar).
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts (and / or other relevant forms).
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently under a Ltd company or CIS arrangement.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred).
• Good IT skills and experience using standard QS software and MS Office.

What We Offer

• £(Apply online only) per day via a Ltd company or CIS
• Flexible contract duration with potential for extension.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure and utilities projects.
• Supportive and collaborative project team.

How to Apply

If you’re a commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor with civil engineering or utilities experience looking for your next contract opportunity in Erith, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply now if this is something of interest and we will be in contact to discuss it further